MODULE II. Pristine Apostolic Monotheism

The concept of three co-equal, co-eternal divine Persons being "one God" is something that Christians have struggled to reconcile both with simple logic and quite a few seemingly contradictory Scriptures. It is also a fact that the earliest Christians after the Apostles did not define the Father, the Son, and God's Spirit in the manner that is common among Christians today. This module goes into depth regarding what Scripture explicetly reveals about God as Father, Jesus as His only-begotten Son, and the nature of God's Spirit. Unfortunately, many have gone far beyond Scripture into areas of philosophy and speculation, making their conclusions a test of Faith and unity. This module attempts to view God's Word without preconceived ideas, allow Scripture to interpret Scripture, and refrain from speculating beyond Scripture. Part of our investigation also includes considering the earliest recorded Christian interpretation of these critical ideas, and examining how and why the doctrine of God has gradually evolved away from the much simpler teachings of pristine Christianity.